Chapter 13 Saturday afternoon , Cassian arrived carrying an impressive collection of luxury gifts . Premium aged Scotch , organic honey from New Zealand , artisanal olive oil from Tuscany , and a selection of gourmet teas - thoughtful presents that showed respect without being ostentatious . When Cassian stood at the front door , his dark eyes caught the afternoon light like polished steel . Anastasia's heart immediately went into overdrive . " Nervous ? " Cassian noticed her flushed cheeks and rapid breathing . " Give me your hand . " " What ? " Anastasia blinked in confusion . His clean , masculine scent - something expensive and understated - surrounded her , making her pulse spike even higher . " Your hand , " he repeated with patient amusement . Anastasia obediently extended her hand , and Cassian immediately captured it in his warm grip . His palm was strong and reassuring , his thumb tracing gentle circles against her skin that sent electric shivers up her arm . Her heart hammered against her ribs as heat flooded her face and crept down her neck . ' Cassian , what are you… " Her voice came out shaky as she tried to pull away , but his grip only tightened . He looked down at her with laser focus , a slight smile tugging at his lips . " Hold still . I've got something for you . " He reached into his jacket pocket and placed a small wrapped peppermint in her palm . Anastasia stared at it , completely bewildered . " This is … " 16:48 Dumped Today Married TOWDERNW . My Overnlabe Wedding to a Turcon Chapter 13 " For when you're stressed . Peppermint helps with anxiety . " His voice was completely serious , his gaze so intense it seemed to see straight through her . The warmth from his hand felt like it was flowing directly into her bloodstream . Anastasia felt like her heart might actually explode from her chest . She was too flustered to wonder why someone like Cassian Rhodes would carry candy around like some kind of considerate Boy Scout . " Thanks , " she managed , clutching the mint . " Come on , Grandma's waiting . " Cassian followed her inside , immediately spotting the elderly woman seated on the living room sofa . He approached with perfect manners . " Mrs. Paige , it's wonderful to meet you . I'm Cassian Rhodes , and I'm completely crazy about your granddaughter . " Elisabeth looked up , her breath catching slightly . The man before her was tall , devastatingly handsome , and radiated the kind of quiet confidence that came with serious power . His respectful demeanor was night and day compared to Jasper's barely concealed impatience during his rare visits . " So you're the one Ana mentioned ? " Elisabeth's tone carried healthy skepticism . This man seemed almost too good to be true - she needed to gauge his sincerity . Cassian stepped closer and intertwined his fingers with Anastasia's . " Yes ma'am . Honestly , I've had feelings for Ana for a while now . I respected her previous relationship, but now that she's available , I'm hoping you'll give me the chance to prove I can make her happy . " Anastasia felt like she'd been hit by lightning . She stole a glance at Cassian's profile , noting his completely earnest expression . If she didn't know their actual story , she'd believe every word . Elisabeth studied them both carefully , then nodded slowly . " Cassian , I can tell you're a decent man . If you genuinely care for our Ana , then you better treat her right . She's got a soft heart - don't you dare break it . " Cassian's response was immediate and solemn . " You have my word , Mrs. Paige . I'll take care of her . " 16:48 Dumped Today Married Tomorrow : My Overnight Wedding to a Tycoon 8.8 % Chapter 13 Anastasia stood listening to this exchange , emotions swirling through her chest like a tornado . She peeked at Cassian again , watching him make what sounded like genuine promises to her grandmother . Part of her felt off - balance , but another part felt unexpectedly secure . Elisabeth smiled and patted Cassian's hand . " Good . I trust you . Now sit down - I'm making my famous pot roast and mashed potatoes . Hope you're hungry . " She headed toward the kitchen , leaving them alone . · " Thank you , " Anastasia said quietly , knowing her grandmother's approval meant everything . " Don't thank me . " Cassian's voice was surprisingly gentle . " We're married now . And I wasn't just feeding your grandmother a line - I meant what I said . " The sincerity in his eyes made her breath catch all over again . 16:48